Help 10-year-old Yaroslav make his way to New Zealand and overcome the trauma of war and losing his parents.

Closing the Fundraiser

4 March 2026

Posted by: Oleksandra Shevchenko

The family reunification process has now begun. I do not yet know how long it may take, but I will continue to share updates here for everyone who cares about this situation.

The funds that were raised — with Svetlana’s help in sharing my brother Yaroslav’s story — are being kept in a separate account and will be used for his flight once the legal matters are resolved.

I will provide a full update and attach screenshots when the funds are used.

If anyone has questions regarding my brother’s situation, please feel free to contact me directly on Facebook: Aleksandra Shevchenko. I will respond as I am able, particularly if it concerns Yaroslav.

Your support and understanding mean so much to us. ❤️

God bless 🙏

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Appreciation and Update on the Oranga Tamariki Process

4 March 2026

Posted by: Oleksandra Shevchenko

I am truly grateful for the incredible support from our community and friends here in New Zealand ❤️ Thank you to everyone who responded with kindness and compassion. Your beautiful hearts mean so much to me.

Thank you to Sveta for creating this page and sharing it at that time. It helped me feel that I was not alone during a very difficult period.

Recently, our father suddenly passed away. Rest in peace, Dad 🕊️💔 Yaroslav says he feels sad, but also comforted knowing Dad is no longer suffering and is now with Mum.

I have contacted Oranga Tamariki and have been assigned a social worker. The family reunification process has now begun.

If anyone has experience with adoption processes or similar international family situations, I would truly appreciate hearing from you. Please feel free to contact me directly on Facebook: Aleksandra Shevchenko.

Thank you again for your support ❤️

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